"During World War I, women in Russia went on strike. They demanded "bread and peace." Among the results of their four-day protest: the Czar abdicated and women gained the right to vote. This bold strike began on Feb. 23, 1917, according to the Julian calendar then used in Russia. That date translated to March 8 in the Gregorian calendar that much of the world uses."
"Performers like Jean often dedicate decades of their lives to mastering this art form, preserving techniques and stories that are centuries old. They told her that they may encounter negative reactions—questions like "are you wasting your time" or simply indifference."
International Women's Day on March 8 commemorates a pivotal 1917 Russian women's strike during World War I where women demanded bread and peace, resulting in the Czar's abdication and women gaining voting rights. The date reflects the Julian-to-Gregorian calendar conversion of the original February 23 protest. The United Nations marks this year's observance with the theme Rights, Justice, Action for all women and girls. The Everyday Projects, a global photography network, documents women making meaningful contributions to improving lives and building better worlds. Photographer Annice Lyn highlights overlooked women's strength and resilience, including performers like Jean, a 72-year-old Chinese opera artist in Kuala Lumpur who dedicates decades to preserving centuries-old art forms despite societal skepticism.
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